Deputy Head of Sound, The Greatest Showman

Assist the Head of Sound to manage, supervise, and schedule members of the sound team.
Provide cover on the sound desk for performances, replicating the show’s sound design.
Perform daily setup, sound rig checks and provide communication within the Sound team.
Prepare, maintain, and repair sound system elements, including speakers, microphones, radio transmitters, orchestra pit installations, and comms/video equipment under the direction of the Head of Sound, Production Manager, and Creative Team.
Manage departmental finances for pre-production and running.
Assist the Head of Sound in liaising with Company Management, Stage Management, technical departments, Creative, Production, General Management, and venue staff to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances.
Acquire a familiarity with all plots/tracks within the sound department in order to provide holiday or absence cover for other members of department as required.
Take an active role in teaching staff to ensure the smooth running of the production.
Report and feedback show and related staff-related issues promptly.
Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
Ensure awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments.
Acquire familiarity with all plots/tracks within the Sound department to provide holiday or absence cover for other members of the department as required.
Attend weekly head of department meetings in the absence of the Head of Department.
Work in full compliance with Disney’s Health and Safety Policy and maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices